Tahoe
TOWNHOME OVERSIGHT COMMITTEE/FACILITIES
OFFICE HOURS
Townhome Oversight Committee/ Facilities Office Hours are every Monday from1:00PM to 3:00PM (excluding holidays), appointments can be booked up to the Wednesday prior to the meeting using the following link, https://calendly. com/john-cefalu-fsresidential/30min
You may also scan the QR code with your phone
2026-2026 BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Dave Peterson, PRESIDENT
The Keys Breeze is the official monthly publication of the Tahoe Keys Property Owners Association (TKPOA), which is located at 356 Ala Wai Blvd., South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150. Each membership parcel receives one subscription to Keys Breeze mailed to a domestic address. Cost to produce and distribute this publication is offset by advertising revenues and budgeted funds. The inclusion of advertising in this publication does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation by the Tahoe Keys Property Owners Association or its Board of Directors of the projects, services or views contained therein.
at (775) 846-5656, kathy@justimaginemktg.com.
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Hallie Kirkingburg General Manager, ext. 224
Heather Blumenthal Operations Manager, Ext. 228
Linda Callahan
Architectural Control Dept. Manager, Ext. 239
John Cefalu Facilities Director, Ext. 226
Code Enforcement (530) 545-0847
Water Company (530) 318-4268
Front Desk Attendant Ext. 221
Water Quality Ext. 275
Peter Grant, VICE PRESIDENT
Bryan Welsh, TREASURER
Sabine Litten, SECRETARY
Jesse Schue, DIRECTOR
Bonnie Halleran, DIRECTOR
Mark Acri, DIRECTOR
ARCHITECTURAL CONTROL (ACC) APPLICATIONS
How to OnlineApply
Please click on the link to begin. https://tkpoa. connectresident.com/
1. Create an account, or sign in.
2. Select the Architectural Mods button. Complete the FirstService Resident Connect application.
3. Upload your TKPOA application for your type of improvement, site plan, pictures, scope of work, surveys, and any other important details for review by the Architectural Control Committee or the Community Design & Review team.
4. TKPOA applications are on the TKPOA website www.tkpoa.com under documents, Architectural Control, - or on the FirstService Resident Connect Portal – to the left of the Architectural Mods button.
5. Click two boxes, draw your signature or initials, and pay your review fee using your bank account ACH (no fee) or credit card ($ .99 fee).
6. Do not pay the ACC review fee on ClickPay, ClickPay is for your quarterly payments and any special assessments.
You can also go to the TKPOA website and click on the blue button “FirstService Resident Connect”.
Have questions? Please contact Linda Callahan at (530) 543-9542 Linda.Callahan@fsresidential. com or Greg Turle at (530) 543-9543 Greg.Turle@ fsresidential.com
IS MEN’S HEALTH MONTH
Take Action, Take Care of Your Health
Schedule your annual health care visit with your primary care provider to help find problems early or prevent health problems before they occur.
Recommended Health Screenings:
• Wellness visits, starting at 18 years old, screen for heart disease, prostate cancer, diabetes, liver disease and other diseases.
• Colonoscopies provide early detection of colon cancer and help to remove pre-cancerous polyps.
• Wellness Lab Panels help monitor cholesterol levels, detecting risk for heart attacks, heart disease and strokes.
Discuss bothersome urinary symptoms and male reproductive health concerns with your primary care provider or seek an evaluation from a Urologist.
bartonhealth.org
Breaking the Silence: Men’s Health Beyond the Basics
Quick question, men: How healthy are you compared to other guys?
If you think you’re healthier than average, you’re not alone. Two-thirds of men believe this, according to a recent national survey from Cleveland Clinic. But here’s the problem— that’s mathematically impossible. Even worse, this false confidence leads one-third of men to skip annual health screenings.
Why this Matters
Whether you’re a man or someone who cares about one, this is concerning. Even the “average” man faces serious health challenges.
Men’s average lifespan is five years shorter than women’s. They’re also at higher risk for heart disease, HIV, and lung cancer. Men face unique issues, too, like prostate cancer and erectile dysfunction. Plus, they’re more likely to smoke and drink heavily.
“Health challenges rarely happen in isolation,” says Dr. Petar Bajic, Director of Men’s Health in Cleveland Clinic’s Glickman Urological Institute. Sexual health issues or
stress can signal bigger problems — but only if you talk about them.
Take Control Today
The good news? You can change this. Start by scheduling yearly checkups, even when you feel fine. Many diseases have no early symptoms. Screening tests catch problems like cancer and diabetes early, when they’re easier to treat. Ask your healthcare provider about testing for:
• Blood pressure and cholesterol
• Diabetes
• Prostate, lung, and colorectal cancer
• Bone health
• Sexually transmitted infections
• Depression and mental health
Here’s something many men don’t know: Sexual health problems can be early warning signs. Erectile dysfunction and low sex drive may indicate heart disease, uncontrolled diabetes, or high blood pressure.
Prevention Works
Your provider can also help keep you healthy through vaccines and preventive medicines. This includes flu shots and supplements like vitamin D to prevent fractures.
Living in Tahoe means staying active. Regular health checkups ensure you’re ready for every adventure.
Miriam Locke, MD, is a board-certified urologist treating men and women for a variety of urological issues at Barton Urology in South Lake Tahoe. To learn more about available urological services, call 530.543.5612 or visit BartonHealth.org.
2026 ARCHITECTURAL CONTROL COMMITTEE
TKPOA Pavilion, 356 Ala Wai Blvd, South Lake Tahoe unless
2026
BOARD ACTIONS SUMMARY
By Heather Blumenthal, Operations Manager
MAY 20TH – BOARD OF DIRECTORS EXECUTIVE SESSION
BOARD ACTIONS
• 0 Member Dispute and Disciplinary Matters
• 9 Legal Matters
• 0 Contracts
• 0 Personnel Matters
• Authorized non-judicial foreclosure to proceed for APN 022281-005-000, 022-132-031-000, 022-241-020-000, authorized Notice of Trustee Sale for APN 022-321-037-000, and authorized proceed with foreclosure warning letters for APN 022-051-081000, 022-031-038-000, 022-421-019-000, 022-421-045-000, 022-421-014-000, and 022-291-013-000.
MAY 20TH – BOARD OF DIRECTORS OPEN SESSION
BOARD ACTIONS
• Approved the resolution to record lien for account numbers 139101, 0388-01, 0056-01, 0066-01, 0311-01, 0766-01, 0997-01, 1012-01, 1239-01, and 1486-01
• Authorized recoding Matta Construction Dock Piling Deposit in the amount of $353 to be funded from Islanders 1 Reserves.
• Authorized recoding Matta Construction Dock Piling Deposit in the amount of $353 to be funded from Islanders 2 Reserves.
• Approved Diamond Roofing for a roof inspection at a townhome unit for a detected leak in the amount of $950 to be funded from Islanders 3 Reserves.
• Approved High Desert Surface to clean and reseal 29 entrances for a cost of $10,788 plus a contingency of $2,158 for a total amount of $12,946 to be funded from Islanders 3 Reserves.
• Approved Matta Construction Dock Piling Deposit in the amount of $353 to be funded from Islanders 3 Reserves.
• Approved the purchase of a Tactacam Security Camera for $9.00 to be funded from Lighthouse Shores (LHS) Reserves.
• Approved Chavez Plumbing for a unit plumbing repair for a cost of $220 to be funded from Tahoe Marina Shores (TMS) Reserves.
• Approved Alpenglow tree Service for hazardous tree removal for a cost of $1,000 to be funded from TMS Reserves.
• Approved Bala Ventures for stump grinding due to storm tree removal for a cost of $1,000 to be funded from TMS Reserves.
• Approved Hatch Electric to replace conduit for security cameras for a cost of $1,378 to be funded from TMS Reserves.
• Approved Alpenglow Tree Service for large spruce tree clean up for a cost of $1,000 to be funded from TMS Reserves.
• Approved Haen to repair fences at well 2 and well 3 for a cost of $1,147 to be funded from Water Delivery System (WDS) Reserves.
• Approved TetraSolv carbon testing to determine remaining useful life of treatment vessels for a cost of $2,175 to be funded from WDS Reserves.
• Approved recoding the purchase of a water testing probe replacement for a cost of $2,151 to Water Quality Reserves.
• Approved recoding Eloise Automotive vehicle coolant leak repair for a cost of $799 to Water Quality Reserves.
• Authorized recoding Matta Construction Dock Piling Deposit in the
amount of $353 to be funded from Cove 2 Reserves.
• Approved Haen top replace broken tee on waterline and backfill for a cost of $6,377 to be funded from Cove 2A Reserves.
• Approved Tonarelli Plumbing to replace stop on water line and drain leak for a cost of $575 to be funded from Cove 2A Reserves.
• Approved Integrity Locksmith to open lock on water housing for a cost of $235 to be funded from Cove 2A Reserves.
• Approved Tahoe Fence Company to replace iron fence near bulkhead for a cost of $3,180 to be funded from Cove 2A Reserves.
• Authorized recoding Matta Construction Dock Piling Deposit in the amount of $353 to be funded from Cove 2A Reserves.
• Approved Haen to replace a townhome unit concrete pad for a cost of $5,247 to be funded from Cove 3A Reserves.
• Approved High Desert Surface prep to clean and reseal 15 decks for a cost of $11,953 plus a $2,391 contingency for a total cost of $14,344 to be funded from Cove 3A Reserves.
• Approved High Desert Prep to clean and reseal 13 decks for a cost of $11,353 to be funded from Cove 3B Reserves.
• Authorized recoding Matta Construction Dock Piling Deposit in the amount of $353 to be funded from Cove 3B Reserves.
• Approved Diamond Roofing for gutter repair and maintenance for a cost of $1,425 to be funded from Cove 3C Reserves.
• Authorized recoding Matta Construction Dock Piling Deposit in the amount of $353 to be funded from Cove 3C Reserves.
• Approved Bala Ventures to grind 4 tree stumps for a cost of $3,400 to be funded from Cove 4 Reserves.
• Approved NuSystems to replace a fire alarm monitor module for a cost of $2,477 to be funded from Cove 4 Reserves.
• Approved Hatch Electric to replace an outside light and motion senser for a cost of $520 to be funded from Cove 5 Reserves.
• Approved NuSystems to replace a fire alarm monitor module for a cost of $2,732 to be funded from Cove 5 Reserves.
• Approved NuSystems to replace a fire alarm monitor module for a cost of $2,566 to be funded from Cove 5 Reserves.
• Authorized recoding Alpenglow Tree Service emergency tree removal for a cost of $1,400 to be funded from Cove 5 Reserves.
• Approved N&S Tractor to replace backhoe windshield for a cost of $2,215 to be funded from Common Reserves.
• Approved Alpenglow Tree Service emergency tree removal of 2 trees at park on Danube for a cost of $1,350 to be funded from Common Reserves.
• Approved Alpenglow Tree Service for emergency removal of 3 trees from park between Ala Wai and Capri for a cost of $2,200 to be funded from Common Reserves.
• Approved Alpenglow Tree Service for emergency removal of 3 trees at Ala Wai walkway for a cost of $2,800 to be funded from Common Reserves.
• Approved Bala Ventures for emergency tree work chipping to remove dangerous branches for a cost of $4,000 to be funded from Common Reserves.
• Approved Cody’s Tree Service for emergency tree removal of 4 dead trees between Pavilion and beach area for a cost of $1,000 to be funded from Common Reserves.
• Approved Alpenglow Tree Service to remove 6 dying trees in front of pickleball courts for a cost of $4,884 to be funded from Common Reserves.
• Authorized recoding Alpenglow Tree Service for crane rental to remove damaged trees near the pavilion for a cost of $1,400 to be
funded from Common Reserves.
• Approved Earth and Stone Landscaping to build a shed roof over testing containers on Texas Lot for a cost of $20,645 to be funded from Common Reserves.
• Approved South Tahoe Refuse wood chip delivery to Texas Lot for a cost of $6,285 to be funded from Common Reserves.
• Approved Simon Environmental for Plan for Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA) green infrastructure regarding drainage for a cost of $2,050 to be funded from Common Reserves.
• Approved Tahoe Pool Service for filter work on spa 1 & 2 for a cost of $6,280 to be funded from Common Reserves.
• Authorized Haen Constructors to complete the Cove 3A Bulkhead Landscaping Project at a cost of $100,705 plus a $20,141 contingency for a total cost of $120,846 to be funded from Cove 3A Reserves.
• Authorized Haen Constructions to complete the Cove 3A Bulkhead Lighting/Electrical Project for a cost of $14,840 plus a $2,968 contingency for a total cost of $17,808 to be funded from Cove 3A Reserves.
• Authorized Bob Jahn’s Roofing to complete the Cove 3C Roof Replacement for a cost of $407,192 plus a contingency of $81,438 for a total cost of $488,630 to be funded from Cove 3C Reserves, subject to a contingent on cost analysis between white and almond color of the roof and presenting the final color approval at a special board meeting.
• Authorized Diamond Roofing to complete the Cove 1 Unit 178 Roof Repair for a cost of $16,788 plus a contingency of $3,358 for a total cost of $20,146 to be funded from Cove 1 Reserves.
• Approved Court Builders to rehab the Venice Tennis Courts to include the modification of installing 1-tennis court and 2-pickleball courts and to install the sport court modular prime play surfacing at a cost of $238,500 plus contingency of $47,700 for a total cost of $286,200 and to have Facilities investigate noise dampening materials to add to the project.
• Authorized FirstService Residential to assign a P-Card with a $15,000 limit to Meghan Hoffmann-Hussey.
• Approved opening a Valley National Bank ICS account for Well #4 loan assessments and authorized the transfer of approximately $240,750 from the existing Metropolitan Commercial money market account into the new account.
• Approved a temporary interfund loan of $20,000 from the Islanders 2 Reserve Fund to the Islanders 2 Operating Fund to address an operating cash deficit caused by owner delinquencies, with repayment contingency upon collection of outstanding receivables.
• Tabled the Waterway Sticker program to the July Board meeting and directed staff to send the member comments received to the Rules and Enforcement Committee for their review and potential changes to be brought back to the Board for consideration.
PROPOSED LOT SALE BALLOT RESULTS
By: Heather Blumenthal, Operations Manager
At the May 20th, 2026, Board of Directors meeting, the ballots for the proposed common lot sale were tallied by Erika Marston, the appointed Inspector of Elections, and count volunteers Pat Disney, Liz Hansen, Janet Baumann, Daniel Zwicker, Michel Fry, Diana Alexander, Troy Alexander, Joseph Sherry, and Steve Hoslett.
At the February 18th, 2026, Board Meeting, the Tahoe Keys Property Owners Association (TKPOA) Board of Directors authorized a vote of the membership to either approve or deny the sale of an Association owned common-area lot located on Slalom Court.
The results of the Proposed Lot Sale ballot are as follows:
SLALOM LOT SALE BALLOT
Thank you to the Inspector of Elections, ballot count volunteers, and the owners who participated. The official affidavit certifying the ballot election results on the TKPOA website at www.tkpoa.com under Documents>>Association Voting Ballots and Elections>2026.
TKPOA TOWNHOME OWNERSINSURANCE DISCLOSURE
Please review the Annual Disclosure in regards the Keys property protection insurance policies and take note of the $50,000 deductible contained therein for the property policy. This relates directly to TKPOA Townhomes and Property Owner vs. Association responsibility.
First, keep in mind that our townhomes are not “condominiums”. Condominiums are a type of shared structure where owners have less responsibility for the cost of repairs to their units. Townhomes are essentially homes on individual lots and owners have more responsibility for the cost of repairs for everything inside their unit from the walls in, as described in the CC&Rs.
Second, the Association obtains comprehensive property insurance, as described in the Annual Disclosure, but that insurance currently includes a $50,000 deductible. As a result, Townhome Property Owners can be responsible for the cost of repairs of up to $50,000.
To cover yourself for any losses up to $50,000, we recommend you contact your insurance agent to make sure the " Loss Assessment" part of your HO6 policy has at least $50,000 of coverage.
How do Claims within the Townhomes Work?
In the event of a loss within a Townhome, the CC&Rs define who, the Association or individual Townhome Owner, is responsible for the loss. There are instances where an individual owner would be responsible for the loss and would either file a claim with their individual insurance policy or would be responsible to pay for the Association's policy deductible.
To protect each Townhome owner, it is important that they are aware of this potential
liability and that they obtain an individual H06 policy that would provide coverage to cover the cost of damages and/or insurance deductible that would fall under their responsibility per the CC&Rs.
For example - per TKPOA’s CC&Rs, an interior water leak is the responsibility of the individual Townhome unit owner. The Association's insurance policy does have coverage for this loss and would cover the cost of damages less the deductible, however, if the Association's policy was utilized in this event to file a claim, the responsible owner would be required to pay the cost of the deductible, which is currently $50,000.
In most situations where the individual owner is responsible for the loss, it is more beneficial for them to utilize their individual policy as their deductible will most likely be lower than the Association's policy. However, if the Association's policy is utilized, and the owner must pay the $50,000 deductible, they could also file a claim with their H06 policy to cover the cost of that deductible for them (if they have this coverage).
In the event that a loss is the responsibility of the Association per the CC&Rs, then the deductible or cost of damages below the deductible, would then be paid by the Association through the Townhome Subdivisions Operating or Reserve funds. First and foremost - the CC&Rs define responsibility and who pays for the damages, either through an insurance claim or out of pocket.
If you have any questions, please contact Operations Manager Heather Blumenthal at heather.blumenthal@fsresidential.com or (530) 542-6444 ext. 228.
LIGHTHOUSE SHORES PEDESTRIAN GATE AND BEACH ACCESS
By Heather Blumenthal, Operations Manager
As the warmer weather moves in, we would like to remind all TKPOA Property Owners of the rules associated with the use of the pedestrian gate at Lighthouse Shores (LHS) Lot C and Lot A. Through recent Tahoe Keys Property Owners Association (TKPOA) patrols and reviewed security camera footage, there have been violations of the Superior Court Case SV-92-0066 Judgement by TKPOA Property Owners and their guests in violation of the following:
• Bringing dogs into LHS on or off leash.
• Not securing bicycles on the bike rack near the pedestrian gate entrance
• Allowing Guests or Vacation Renters to use their TKPOA Member Amenity Access card for access to LHS Lot C without the immediate presence of the TKPOA Member
• Trespassing on the adjacent LHS Properties
THE RULES
The rules are straightforward.
TKPOA Members should observe the following provisions pursuant to Superior Court Case SV-920066:
• TKPOA Members with a valid TKPOA Member Amenity Access card and guests in the immediate presence of their sponsoring member will be permitted access. Access is only permitted to TKPOA property owners using their photo Member Access card issued by TKPOA. This card is not transferrable; it is not to be loaned or used by anyone other than the property owner to whom it is issued. If you have lost your card or wish to have another one issued, please visit the Pavilion office.
• There are no dogs or bicycles allowed, no exceptions. This is clearly posted on the gate and there are bike racks inside the gate.
• Access through this gate is allowed from 7:00AM9:00PM except during the summer, during which time the hours will be extend to 10:00PM
NO DOGS
No Dogs or other pets allowed in LHS. Please remember dogs must be on leashes throughout the TKPOA per El Dorado County Ordinance Title 6 – Animals, Chapter 6.04. General Provisions, Section 9.46.600. For the safety of your dog, TKPOA members and their guests please keep your dog on a leash. Dogs are welcome on their leash at the Pavilion Beach area.
NO TRESPASSING
When entering through the LHS pedestrian gate, you are on Lot C which is a narrow lot with Pope Marsh on the left and private residences on the right. TKPOA does not own the properties to the right of Lot C. This is private property and the No Trespassing law per California Penal Code 602PC applies. The City of South Lake Tahoe Police Department will be called for trespassing on these properties. The TKPOA has clearly marked the property lines on the right of the lot. The left side of the lot has a chain link fence all the way down to the beach on the Pope Marsh side.
Lot C can be used to access Pope Marsh on the left, however access to the beach on the right is prohibited as this is private property and to do so is considered trespassing (CA 602PC). Access to the right is also a dead end at the West Channel Bulkhead. During Lake Tahoe high water events there is typically no Public Trust beach access. To access Lot A at the end of the LHS roadway at the West Channel Bulkhead, you should walk down the LHS paved roadway.
Pursuant to the Superior Court Case SV-92-0066 Judgement the TKPOA is responsible for the maintenance and security obligations in enforcing this judgement, and at this time the enforcement of these violations including trespassing violations on the adjacent LHS property will be pursued. Based on TKPOA Enforcement Patrols and pedestrian gate Member Card reader identification system, the TKPOA has issued warning notices and in some cases, fines, to those members in violation of the LHS Gate Access as specified in the Superior Court Case Judgement. The TKPOA Board of Directors will continue to utilize the Member Discipline process in accordance with Civil Code Section 5855 and TKPOA Bylaws Article VI, Membership Rights Section 5, Article IX, Duties and Powers of the Board Section 1(r), and TKPOA Declaration of Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions (CC&R’s) Article XII, Breach or Default, Section 6 (a-f), to enforce this Superior Court Case SV-92-0066 Judgement, related governing documents, and rules.
The LHS pedestrian and vehicle gates are under continuous surveillance and all TKPOA Amenity Access Cards are recorded for gate use tracking. Once the violations are identified with the responsible Property Owners through the Member Discipline Hearing process, TKPOA Property Owners could face their individual and property Amenity Access card access privileges suspended, and/or potential fines.
The TKPOA is requesting that all property owners please respect these rules so that we can all continue to enjoy this privilege of accessing Lot C and Lot A. Continued violations and flagrant abuse of these rules could result in legal claims against the TKPOA and potential gate closures.
For additional questions please contact the TKPOA Front Desk at 530-542-6444, Monday through Friday 8:30AM-4:30PM, Saturday through Sunday 10:00AM2:00PM. Additional information is also available on the TKPOA Website www. tkpoa.com, or contract TKPOA Enforcement Patrol at 530-545-0847.
By Dave Peterson
The Memorial Day holiday rang in the summer season, and many of you celebrated it in the Keys. It was nice to see everybody enjoying the sun and water. What a great thing it was to see so many kids fishing the lagoons and swimming in the pool and lake; the way growing up is supposed to be!
MONTHLY UPDATE:
Drinking Water. Bids for the well building and pipelines projects will be opened on June 2. Hopefully we will get competitive bids for both projects. Well drilling is underway already and will be completed in late June. Completion of the pipeline and well building are scheduled for October 2026, and early summer 2027, respectively.
Bulkheads. Nothing new.
Kids Sailing. The sponsors are anticipating meeting all of our insurance requirements. So the board will likely meet in a special meeting in early June to consider approval.
Common Area Lot Sale. The members approved the sale of a common area lot, 2069 Slalom Court, with 60% voting yes. Per the adopted board policy, TKPOA will now solicit bids from any member in good standing. The lot will not be offered to the general public, per the policy.
Details will be included in the letter you will receive from TKPOA.
Venice Tennis Court. At the May board meeting, the board approved the removable interlocking tiles (“Sport Court Modular Prime Play Surface”) alternative, set up for one tennis court and 2 pickleball courts. A number of neighbors had concerns about increased noise associated with pickleball, so the board instructed staff to investigate sound mitigation. We expect more info at the next meeting.
Boat Sticker Program. We received a number of member comments on the proposed policy. In addition, board members wanted to see a fiscal analysis, so the board referred the comments back to the Rules and Enforcement Committee. We expect this to come back to the board at the July meeting.
Budgeting. The Finance Committee has begun the annual budgeting process. The committee, GM, and controller “own” this process, and reach out to the board for input at various stages. The last bit of data to arrive is the coming year’s insurance quote, which is usually in late September or October, then the budget is submitted for board approval. Finance committee meetings noticed on the TKPOA website, and are open to all members.
Liberty Utilities. We all buy our electricity in South Lake Tahoe from Liberty Utilities, and recent news has rattled
many people. Liberty doesn’t generate any power in Tahoe (other than some rooftop solar), and can only physically get power from the east. There are no power lines extending to the west. Liberty generates about 25% of its power load from solar plants in Nevada, and buys the remaining 75% from NV Energy under a short-term wholesale agreement that was signed a little over a decade ago. The agreement was short-term to give Liberty breathing room to either build their own capacity or buy energy from someone else, or both. Well, early in 2027, time will expire on the NV Energy contract. Liberty is working to get under contract for replacement power. Those in the know say that they will be successful; our lights will stay on. But the cost is likely to be higher. Some say much higher. This affects you and me at our houses, but it also affects other things. TKPOA drinking water wells use a great deal of Liberty power, and STPUD drinking water and wastewater systems are the highest user of electricity in the basin. Every other private and government establishment in South Tahoe uses Liberty power, and increased costs will pass through to customers.
The thing is, I’m not sure that this contract “cliff” that Liberty is facing leaves us any worse off than if they had been proactively building capacity or wholesale connections all along. Had they
done that, maybe we would have been hit with progressively higher rates over the last decade, and maybe we will be just taking one big rate jump to catch that cost curve. I don’t know. But it is what it is.
Board Elections. You should have all received a solicitation for self-nominations for the TKPOA Board of Directors. The 4 seats up for election are currently held by Peter Grant, Mark Acri, Bonnie Halleran, and yours truly. This is a very complex and difficult HOA, and we need wise and hardworking people to work with the other board members and staff to solve problems and make decisions. Please consider running. Ballots will be opened at the September board meeting, and those elected will be seated immediately.
Keys Life. It was a beautiful Memorial Day afternoon for the annual Keys Life potluck picnic at the Pavillion. Attendance was strong, and everybody looked to be having a good time. Lianne and I sat with 2 people on our street that we had not known before. And the food was incredible! Thank you Kristine Kudey for driving the Keys Life program, and for all the volunteers that help her on all of the Keys Life events!
PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE
2026-2028 BOARD OF DIRECTORS ELECTION
By: Heather Blumenthal, Operations Manager
For the 2026-2028 Board of Directors Election, there are four board positions up for election. Members may submit their self-nomination forms by 4:30PM on June 12th, 2026, to be included on the election ballot.
The Voting and Election Rules that were adopted by the Board of Directors of Tahoe Keys Property Owners’ Association on May 22nd, 2015, comply with the requirements of the Davis Stirling Civil Code section 5105(a). Section 2. Qualifications for Candidacy and Election to the Board: Candidates for the Board must be Members in Good Standing and must meet any other qualification or restrictions set forth in the Bylaws. “Member” means a person who holds legal title to the property (i.e., is named in the deed for the property).
Voting Ballots will be mailed out in July. You can view each candidates’ self-nomination form “Statement of Candidacy” on the TKPOA website at www.tkpoa. com, and they will also be included in the Ballot package. TKPOA will also hold a “Meet the Candidates Forum” as a scheduled Town Hall Forum, date to be determined. All Candidates will be invited to attend and answer a variety of write in questions from members in attendance and formatted questions specific to the Association and how they plan on serving the Tahoe Keys. Date and Zoom information can be found on the TKPOA website, www.tkpoa.com, under the Events Calendar.
The Board of Directors two-year terms that are ending this year are President Dave Peterson, Vice President Peter Grant, Director Bonnie Halleran, and Director Mark Acri, and their terms end on September 16th, 2026. These Board members are eligible to rerun for the Board for another term.
Board Members who still have one year left of their two-year term are Treasurer Bryan Welsh, Secretary Sabine Litten, and Director Jesse Schue and their terms end in 2027.
The 63rd Annual Membership Meeting and Annual Board Election will be held Wednesday September 16th, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. at the TKPOA Pavilion located at 356 Ala Wai Blvd, South Lake Tahoe CA 96150. The Election Ballots will be opened and counted at this board meeting by the Inspector of Elections and designated volunteers. The Director Election Results will be announced and during this Board meeting, the 2026-2028 Board of Directors will be seated.
If you have any additional questions, please contact the TKPOA Pavilion Office at info@tahoekeyspoa. org or (530) 542-6444. For any additional questions on the 63rd Annual Membership Meeting or Director Election, contact Heather Blumenthal, Operations Manager, at 530-542-6444 Extension 228 or heather. blumenthal@fsresidential.com.
TAHOE KEYS WATER COMPANY OPERATING RULE SECTION 10 REMINDER
In anticipation of the upcoming irrigation season, this is a reminder of TKPOA’s Operating Rules: Section 10 Water Conservation Rules for Landscape Irrigation for all TKPOA Water Serviced Properties and Commercial Customers of the Tahoe Keys Water Company.
The Board officially adopted this operating rule change at the April 19th, 2023, Regular Board Meeting.
This Operating Rule extends to all TKPOA Common Areas, all Cove Townhome landscaping, all Single-Family home landscaping, and commercial water customer properties landscaping.
Landscape irrigation of lawn, turf, and plant material including shrubs, flowers, trees, and foliage is allowed in accordance with the Summer Irrigation Schedule A and Irrigation Map.
Customers with approved drip system irrigation may
water per the prior Landscape Irrigation Rule Schedule.
Customers with ACC approved landscape may be granted a watering exception for new and/or reseeded turf for owners that have reduced their property’s landscaping turf to no more than 25% of the total landscapable area of their property.
The Board of Directors has implemented this Operating Rule to impose a landscape irrigation schedule which is required by the limited capacity available of TKPOA’s water wells and TKWC Water Service.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Any additional questions can be answered by contacting the TKPOA Front Desk at 530-542-6444 Monday through Friday 8:30AM - 4:30PM, Saturday and Sunday 10:00AM - 2:00PM. Also visit the TKPOA website at www.tkpoa. com. For additional assistance please contact TKPOA Security at 530-545-0847.
TAHOE KEYS WATER COMPANY OPERATING RULE
WATER CONSERVATION AND IRRIGATION SECTION 10
SECTION 10
WATER CONSERVATION RULES
1. IRRIGATION LIMITS
Irrigation shall be calibrated and scheduled to deliver no more than the following:
• April 1 – October 31: 1.5 inches per week (3 Times a Week)
2. IRRIGATION SCHEDULING
Subject to the exemptions below, landscape irrigation is permitted only on designated irrigation days, as designated in Schedule A:
TAHOE KEYS PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION
IRRIGATION SCHEDULE
SCHEDULE A
Group 1 (red)
Group 2 (teal)
Group 3 (green)
Group 4 (purple)
Group 5 (brown)
Group 6 (blue)
Group 7 (yellow)
Group 8 (pink)
Group 9 (orange)
Venice Drive, Tuolumne Drive, Lassen Drive, Shasta Court, Dana Court, Dover Drive and 15th Street
Alpine Drive, Cascade Court, Cathedral Court, Genevieve Court, Tahoe Keys Blvd, Danube Drive, Morro Drive, Monterey Drive and Lucerne Way
Texas Avenue, Whitney Drive, Aloha Drive, Daggett Court, and Carson Court
Capri Drive, Inverness Drive, Catalina Drive, Kokanee Way, Crystal Court, and Lido Drive
Beach Drive, Beach Lane, Beach Court, White Sands Drive, Balboa Drive, Marconi Way, and Garmish Court
Lighthouse Shores Drive, Emerald Drive, Christie Drive, Traverse Court, Slalom Court, Wedeln Court, and Weir Way
TKPOA East Channel Townhomes: Cove 1, Cove 2, Cove 2A, Cove 3A, Cove 3B, Cove 3C, Cove 4, Cove 5, Tahoe Marina Shores (TMS
TKPOA West Channel Townhomes: Islanders 1, Islanders 2, and Islanders 3 and Lighthouse Shores Common Area
TKPOA Owned Common Areas, Mt. Tallac Village 3 (South Tahoe Public Utility District Service)
Sunday, Tuesday, and Thursday 1:00AM-3:00AM
Sunday, Tuesday, and Thursday 5:00AM-7:00AM
Sunday, Tuesday, and Thursday 11:00PM-1:00AM
Monday, Wednesday and Saturday 1:00AM-3:00AM
Monday, Wednesday and Saturday 5:00AM-7:00AM
Monday, Wednesday and Saturday 5:00AM-7:00AM
Sunday, Tuesday, and Thursday (Cove 5 Friday) 8:00AM-11:00AM
Monday, Wednesday and Saturday 8:00AM-11:00AM
Monday, Wednesday and Saturday 8:00AM-11:00AM
3. EXEMPTIONS FROM IRRIGATION SCHEDULE
No exceptions to irrigation schedule for new plant material (including new turf), other than drip irrigation systems as reviewed by Architectural Control and per the prior irrigation rule schedule. Drip irrigation systems must comply with the Irrigation Limits listed in Section 10.1.
10.03a Drip Irrigation Schedule
• Even Numbered Street Addresses: Monday, Wednesday, and Friday
• Odd Numbered Street Addresses: Sunday, Tuesday, and Thursday
• Landscape irrigation on Saturday is prohibited.
10.03b Turf Reduction Exemption
The Board of Directors, at the request of the Water Conservation Committee, will allow temporary relief from the Emergency Landscape Irrigation Rule for newly-installed turf provided it does not exceed 25% of the property's Total Landscape Area.
The temporary relief would allow new sod to be irrigated twice a day for Days 1 thru 14 and once per day for Days 15 thru 21 and on Day 22 going forward owners will need to follow the Emergency Landscaping Irrigation Rule.
Should an owner decide to re-seed their turf and it is reduced to a maximum of 25% of the property's Total Landscape Area, then the owner would be allowed to water twice a day to prevent the top 2 inches of the soil from completely drying out until the grass grows to a height of 1 inch (usually 3 to 4 weeks) at which time the owner would need to change their irrigation schedule to follow the Emergency Landscape Irrigation Rule.
Exclusions to the definition of a property's Total Landscape Area includes impervious areas such as, structures, driveways, walkways and hardscape patios and decks. Additionally, BMP infiltration trenches and landscaped areas supplied by drip irrigation would be excluded.
This temporary relief measure is applicable only to new sod or seeding of turf and does not apply to existing lawns.
4. PROHIBITED ACTIVITIES
No Owner, nor an Owner’s tenant, contractor, employee, or agent may engage in any of the following activities: Irrigation is Prohibited on Memorial Day Weekend, July Fourth Weekend, and Labor Day Weekend Allowing water to flow over the ground surface or from sprinklers onto surfaces that are not able to absorb water or onto neighboring properties.
Use of a hose without an automatic shut-off nozzle.
Use of water to wash sidewalks, driveways, parking areas, tennis courts, decks, patios, or other improved areas.
Any activity prohibited by federal, state, or local law or regulation.
TOWNHOME CORNER
THE "KEYS" TO FINDING WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ON THE WEBSITE
Need to find your cove’s specific information?
A lot of information concerning townhome cove owners has been posted on the website. Here are the steps to access this information:
• Go to www.tkpoa.com
• Sign in (on the right side)
• Click on the tab “Docs”
• Select “Documents”
• Select “Townhome Oversight Committee” from the menu
• In this folder are the following (select and then look for your Cove’s folder):
» Cove Financial Reports
» Cove Newsletters
» Cove Town Hall Presentations
» Meeting Agendas
» Property Insurance
» Townhall Surveys
» Prior Cove Advisor Meeting Documents
Need to submit a Workorder or TOC Agenda Request?
Click on header "Townhomes”.
• Select “Work Order” to submit a work order, snow removal or call request.
• Select “Agenda request” to submit an item for the next TOC meeting.
Need the zoom link for an upcoming meeting?
Click on the header "News"
Select "Events.”
Scroll down to see the calendar, search for the date, and click on the event to find the zoom link.
Looking for a proposed rule or policy change?
Click on the header “Docs”
Select “Documents”
Select “Rules & Procedures”
Select “Rule Change Notifications”
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Click on header “Pay Dues”.
A new window will open on the FSR Click Pay website. You will need to sign in with your Click Pay user ID and password to proceed.
